Beetroot & goat cheese risotto

by Waitrose in Risottos Barcode 5000169665220
Average nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Beetroot & goat cheese risotto by Waitrose provides 147 kcal per 100 g, with 2.9 g of sugars and 3.4 g of protein. That is 48% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Risottos category. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
6.8 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
3.4 g · Moderate
Sugars
2.9 g · Low
Salt
0.6 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 147 kcal 241 −39%
Total fat 6.8 g 3.7 +82%
Saturated fat 3.4 g 1.5 +134%
Carbohydrates 17.5 g 44.9 −61%
Total sugars 2.9 g 2 +48%
Added sugars 0 g 0.3 −100%
Dietary fiber 1 g 1.9 −49%
Protein 3.4 g 6 −44%
Salt 0.6 g 1.1 −49%

Category average across 391 Risottos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other risottos

Calories lower 34%
Sugars higher 17%
Salt lower 28%
Saturated fat higher 12%
Protein top 77%
Fiber top 69%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Cooked risotto rice (35%) (water, risotto rice, onion, white wine, rapeseed oil, garlic purée), beetroot (18%), water, skimmed milk, onion, white wine, goat's cheese (goat's milk) (3%), parsley butter (unsalted butter (milk), parsley, salt, lemon juice, black pepper), double cream (milk), pecorino cheese (sheep's milk), extra mature Cheddar cheese (milk), crème fraîche (milk), rapeseed oil, garlic purée, balsamic vinegar (white wine vinegar, grape must concentrate), parsley, gelling agent (pectin), salt, cornflour, tapioca starch, concentrated lemon juice, rosemary, cracked black pepper, ground bay leaf

Palm oil freeNot veganVegetarian
Allergens
Milk

Additives 1

E440 - Pectins
Emulsifier

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Labels & certifications
Vegetarian
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000169665220

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Beetroot & goat cheese risotto?

Beetroot & goat cheese risotto contains 147 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Beetroot & goat cheese risotto?

Beetroot & goat cheese risotto has 2.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Beetroot & goat cheese risotto healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Beetroot & goat cheese risotto vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Beetroot & goat cheese risotto contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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